Dalbergia foliolosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.4(Suppl.): 37 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170459
Common Names
- Mexican Rosewood
- Little-leaf Rosewood
- Cocobolo
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- Miscolobium polyphyllum Benth. [valid]
- Amerimnon polyphyllum Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Dalbergia foliolosa (also called Leafy Dalbergia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Dalbergia foliolosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating headaches, fever, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dalbergia foliolosa is a small, yellow-green, tubular flower. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dalbergia foliolosa is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Dalbergia foliolosa
Dalbergia foliolosa is native to South America and can be found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Dalbergia foliolosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalbergia foliolosa?
Dalbergia foliolosa
What is the common name of Dalbergia foliolosa?
Leafy Bean
Where is Dalbergia foliolosa found?
Dalbergia foliolosa is found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean
Species in the Dalbergia genus
Dalbergia simpsonii, Dalbergia acuta, Dalbergia calderonii, Dalbergia calycina, Dalbergia catingicola, Dalbergia cearensis, Dalbergia chontalensis, Dalbergia congestiflora, Dalbergia debilis, Dalbergia enneaphylla, Dalbergia ernest-ulei, Dalbergia frutescens, Dalbergia glabra, Dalbergia glandulosa, Dalbergia glaziovii, Dalbergia glomerata, Dalbergia gracilis, Dalbergia granadillo, Dalbergia hiemalis, Dalbergia inundata, Dalbergia iquitosensis, Dalbergia lateriflora, Dalbergia melanocardium, Dalbergia monophylla, Dalbergia nitida, Dalbergia retusa, Dalbergia sampaioana, Dalbergia stevensonii, Dalbergia subcymosa, Dalbergia tucurensis, Dalbergia foliolosa, Dalbergia glaucescens, Dalbergia miscolobium, Dalbergia nigra, Dalbergia riparia, Dalbergia villosa, Dalbergia acariaeantha, Dalbergia acutifoliolata, Dalbergia adamii, Dalbergia afzeliana, Dalbergia ajudana, Dalbergia albiflora, Dalbergia altissima, Dalbergia arbutifolia, Dalbergia boehmii, Dalbergia cibix, Dalbergia tabascana, Dalbergia obovata, Dalbergia bracteolata, Dalbergia carringtoniana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dalbergia foliolosa Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.